Garlic quinoa is a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is made with quinoa, a gluten-free grain that is high in protein and fiber, and garlic, a pungent herb that is known for its health benefits. The combination of these two ingredients creates a flavorful and satisfying dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. With the right combination of ingredients, you can create a garlic quinoa dish that is healthy, flavorful, and satisfying.
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GARLIC QUINOA
This is a quick and easy, basic quinoa recipe that we use in our house instead of rice as a great side.
Provided by sjflick
Categories Side Dish Grain Side Dish Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir garlic in melted butter until just browned, about 5 minutes.
- Pour chicken broth into the saucepan; add quinoa and stir. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
- Remove saucepan from heat and rest mixture 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 192.5 calories, Carbohydrate 28.5 g, Cholesterol 10.1 mg, Fat 5.7 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 502.9 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
GARLIC KALE QUINOA
Great for a quick-but-healthy side dish. White cooking wine can be used instead of 1 tablespoon water at the end of cooking.
Provided by Melanie
Categories Side Dish Grain Side Dish Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring 2/3 cup water and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; saute kale and garlic in the hot oil until kale is wilted, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Stir quinoa into kale mixture and add sesame oil; cook until flavors blend, about 5 more minutes. Add 1 tablespoon water to mixture to keep from sticking.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 188.2 calories, Carbohydrate 22 g, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 18.8 mg
FIVE (OR MORE!) INGREDIENT GARLIC QUINOA
This makes such a nice side dish. I even like it cold as a salad the next day! 06/28/08 - UPDATE!! As I have already said, I like this for a salad too. Today I added some chopped egg whites, chopped black olives, some scallions (green and white). I then tossed with one tbls each of EVOO and red wine vinegar. Realllllly good! 07/24/08 - ANOTHER UPDATE! Wow, instead of using the fresh garlic, use roasted! I had several bulbs roasting while I was making dinner. They smelled SOOO good and that is when I figured it could only make this dish better. Just leave out the minced garlic and when the dish is finished, stir in about five squeezed out chopped cloves and then serve. YUM! 07/29/08 - STILL ANOTHER UPDATE! I have really gotten on the quinoa bandwagon. Put together two more recipes, so if you like quinoa as much as me, take a look. I'm not bragging, just sharing a good thing....recipe#316192 and recipe#316159.
Provided by Happy Harry 2
Categories Grains
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Make sure you rinse the grain under cold running water several times to remove coating (not something you can see).
- Spray medium size saucepan with vegetable oil.
- Add onion & cook about 3 minutes, add garlic & cook another 2 minutes.
- Add rest of ingredients & bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, stir and cover.
- Simmer 15 minutes or until all the water is absorbed.
Tips:
- Use a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor, color, and nutrients to your quinoa dish. Some good options include broccoli, carrots, bell peppers, and zucchini.
- Don't overcook the quinoa. Quinoa should be cooked until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it. Overcooked quinoa will be mushy and bland.
- Add seasonings to taste. Garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, and chili powder are all good options. You can also add fresh herbs, such as cilantro or basil.
- Let the quinoa cool slightly before serving. This will help the flavors to meld and the quinoa to firm up.
- Serve quinoa as a side dish, main course, or salad. It is also a great addition to soups and stews.
Conclusion:
Garlic quinoa is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is a good source of protein, fiber, and vitamins and minerals. With so many different ways to prepare it, there is sure to be a garlic quinoa recipe that everyone will enjoy.
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